Strategy to bring U.S. Visa

In the case of the United States, the bag, the air passages, such a reserve of one of the hotels in new york and itinerary, even become dispensable if not available in advance of a passport visa issued by the consulate the United States.

To order any of the requirements to be uncompleted, prepare a list of the fundamental things that need to access the famous visa and travel to perform safely.

Where to begin?

You have to request a meeting to go to the Consulate with any of these methods that, according to authorities, they have no priority or preference among themselves by Instituto Cultural Argentino-American (ICAN), which provides numbers for the process and provides advice Monday to Friday from 9 to 17 hours.

What do the day of the interview?

The event, for residents of all provinces, takes place at the headquarters of the United States Consulate, Colombia 4300, in Buenos Aires neighborhood of Palermo. That day, they are always called more than 65 people at the same time suggest why the authorities promptly and arrive 20 minutes early, no more. Applicants should approach the line that says "Start", outside the building. There, Consulate staff will verify the date and time of the interview and checked the documentation required for processing. It is advisable to attend the interview being the minimum and indispensable. People who do not carry electronics, liquids, metal objects or bags / purses will be given priority for admission to the time of the security checkpoint, similar to international airports.

What should I bring?

. valid passport with at least one sheet available for visa stamping. . previous passports, together with elastic bands in chronological order. . proof of payment of fee of $ 140. . confirmation sheet or form DS-160 (CEAC) must be completed online and also to load the picture in the form at the same time. documents certifying that contribute to personal data will be provided to consular officers, such as the credential for the job applicant or the institution that is doing some studies and the marriage license, or any other document that validates or demonstrate links with the country of residence.

How to ensure you do not have to rush to get a new picture?

At the time of the interview schedule for Internet applicants receive a set of instructions by email (or phone when you opt for this method) to get a personal photo that meets the requirements of the consular authorities. Before completing the form DS-160 required, there must be a file (. Jpg, with a maximum of 1 MB) in order to upload a photo electronically. The system will reject those who do not have this format:

. A size of 5 cm x 5 cm. . White background and smooth. (Do not accept funds tiles or curtains). . Be recent (must have been taken at most, six months previously). . Taken from the front (the person may not be looking to the right, left, up or down), and the face should cover about 50% of the surface of the photo. . The face must be completely clear, no bangs in front and without any shadows around. . Both ears should be completely visible. . Should not be used hats, caps, rings, glasses, etc., For decision

How early should start the application?

Waiting times depend on the number of applicants and can vary significantly according to time (available online). Times may get to be higher for certain remote areas. It is advisable to get tickets once you have you visa.

What if the address of the applicant no people in all day to receive your passport?

When you schedule your interview, the applicant must complete a form where you can choose a shipping address that does not have to be to their home, and you can also choose your office or family member. DHL leaves a notice of visit in case there was no one at home. The second notice, the applicant may contact DHL to pick up your passport. You can also coordinate with the authorized centers of the Consulate to remove it in the appropriate offices.

Can you avoid the interview?

Some applicants under 14 years and over 79 years can process your visa by mail without having to go to the embassy for the interview. Those over 79 should have a valid visa (or expired less than one year). In the case of children, both parents must be Argentine and have a valid visa issued in Buenos Aires.

Why the application may be rejected?

The consular authorities reported that more than 95% of applicants get their visa. What that person must demonstrate that his case is not consistent with the presumption of section 214 (b) of the Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA) of the United States who understands all temporary visa applicant as an intending immigrant until proven otherwise. For this reason, each applicant must prove to the consular officer that sufficient ties (economic, social, family) in Argentina in a way to do back when his temporary visit to the United States. Officials said there is no written rule to help demonstrate these ties and the lack of ability to demonstrate strong links with the country is the most common cause of denial of visa to the United States. Thus, it is likely that the visa will be denied to people who have an uncertain future, indefinite plans in the United States or finance is not clear. When this happens, the Embassy advises the reasons.

What to do then?

If the visa is denied under section 214 (b) means that the information presented was insufficient to prove their employment status, economic and social at the time of visa application. You can try later but must complete a new application and pay the fee again for the visa.

You can also choose to apply for a visa in another country. Your request will be evaluated in terms of the bonds you have with that place. Meanwhile, if you want your application to be considered again or want to appeal the denial decision, you must file a new visa application following the instructions contained in the letter with your passport.

If you decline the visa application under section 221 (g), should present the information and documentation requested with the rejection letter and passport. If you have the information and documentation within one year of denial will not have to pay the visa fee again. In that case, the authorities will evaluate your request and make the final decision.